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RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Anglo-Sikh Wars and Doctrine of Lapse
Q7751. Consider the following reasons for the discontent among the Sikhs that led to the Second Anglo- Sikh War: I. Heavy interference of the British Resident in the internal administration of Punjab. II. Severe economic distress caused by the demobilization of thousands of Khalsa soldiers. III. The restoration of sovereign powers to the Sikh Panchayats by the British Resident. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Discontent among Sikhs grew due to the heavy-handed interference of the British Resident in Lahore’s internal affairs. Additionally, the large-scale demobilization of the Khalsa army following the First War left thousands of soldiers unemployed, causing severe economic distress. Far from restoring power to traditional Panchayats, the British worked to undermine existing Sikh political structures to consolidate their own administrative control.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Petrochemical, IT and Emerging Industries
Q7752. Which of the following statements about the Jamnagar refinery is incorrect?
Explanation
The Jamnagar refinery is a flagship project of the private sector, specifically owned by Reliance Industries Limited. It is world-renowned for its immense scale and high Nelson Complexity Index, which enables it to refine low-quality crude into high-value fuels. The facility is fully integrated with petrochemical production and features its own dedicated marine infrastructure to handle massive global trade volumes.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Social Life: Fairs, Festivals, Customs and Attires
Q7753. Consider the following statements: Statement I: The Desert Festival concludes on a full moon day against the backdrop of the Sam Sand Dunes. Statement II: The Elephant Festival was historically initiated by the British to celebrate the birthday of Queen Victoria. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Desert Festival concludes with grand celebrations on a full moon day at the Sam Sand Dunes near Jaisalmer. However, the Elephant Festival of Jaipur was not initiated by the British to celebrate Queen Victoria. Instead, it was developed by the state’s tourism department to showcase the traditional royal heritage and the historical importance of elephants in the Jaipur princely state.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Anglo-Sikh Wars and Doctrine of Lapse
Q7754. During the Second Anglo-Sikh War, the Sikhs formed an unlikely alliance with which former adversary to fight against the British?
Explanation
During the Second Anglo-Sikh War, the Sikhs formed an unexpected alliance with their traditional enemies, the Afghans, under Dost Mohammad Khan. The Sikhs agreed to return the city of Peshawar to the Afghans in exchange for military support against the British. This partnership highlighted the desperation of the Sikh leaders to expel British influence from the Punjab region at any cost.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Chief Secretary and State Secretariat
Q7755. Consider the following statements regarding the challenges of Secretariat administration: I. Proliferation of departments leading to overlapping jurisdictions. II. Frequent transfers of key officials disrupting policy continuity. III. Reluctance to delegate authority to subordinate levels. IV. High efficiency due to minimal hierarchical layers. V. Over-reliance on traditional paper-based files causing delays. Which combination correctly identifies the prevailing challenges?
Explanation
Secretariat administration faces several challenges, including the proliferation of departments, which creates overlapping jurisdictions. Frequent transfers of officials can disrupt the continuity of long-term policies, while a reluctance to delegate authority often leads to bottlenecks at higher levels. Additionally, an over-reliance on traditional paper-based files, despite digital reforms, continues to cause delays in the decision-making and implementation processes.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Petrochemical, IT and Emerging Industries
Q7756. Match the major IT industry hubs in List I with their predominant regional zones in List II.
IT Hub
Regional Zone
A. Noida
i. Western India
B. Chennai
ii. Southern India (Deccan Plateau)
C. Pune
iii. Southern India (Coromandel Coast)
D. Hyderabad
iv. National Capital Region (NCR)
Explanation
IT hubs in India are strategically located across different geographical zones. Noida is a key part of the National Capital Region in the north. Chennai is situated along the Coromandel Coast in the south. Pune represents the industrial strength of Western India near Mumbai. Hyderabad, located on the Deccan Plateau, serves as a major technology center for the southern part of the country.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Transportation and Communication Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q7757. Consider the following statements regarding the road infrastructure in Rajasthan: I. The total length of rural roads exceeds the total length of state highways in the state. II. PMGSY Phase III focuses primarily on upgrading existing rural road networks. III. The Rajasthan government levies an extra toll on PMGSY roads to fund maintenance. IV. Bharatmala Pariyojana includes the development of border and international connectivity roads in western Rajasthan. V. The density of roads per 100 sq km in Rajasthan is higher than the density of roads in Kerala. Which of the above combination of statements is correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan’s road infrastructure is characterized by a massive network of rural roads that exceeds the length of state highways. The PMGSY Phase III focuses on upgrading these existing rural routes for better durability. Additionally, the Bharatmala Pariyojana includes strategic border road developments in western Rajasthan. However, the road density in Rajasthan remains lower than in states like Kerala due to geography.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Social Life: Fairs, Festivals, Customs and Attires
Q7758. Which of the following pairs of Festival and its corresponding Location is incorrectly matched?
Explanation
Most tourism festivals are correctly associated with their host cities, such as the Marwar Festival in Jodhpur and the Mewar Festival in Udaipur. The Desert Festival is famously held in Jaisalmer. However, the Elephant Festival is traditionally hosted in Jaipur, not Bikaner. Bikaner is instead well-known for hosting the Camel Festival, which celebrates the desert’s most iconic animal and its utility.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Anglo-Sikh Wars and Doctrine of Lapse
Q7759. What was the outcome of the Battle of Chillianwala during the Second Anglo-Sikh War?
Explanation
The Battle of Chillianwala, fought in January 1849, resulted in a tactical stalemate with staggering losses for the British forces. The resilience and fierce resistance of the Sikh army shocked the British military command and public. While it was not a decisive victory for either side, the heavy casualties forced the British to rethink their strategy before the final engagement at Gujrat.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Chief Secretary and State Secretariat
Q7760. In the context of the Rajasthan State Secretariat, what does the term "Staff Agency" imply?
Explanation
As a staff agency, the Secretariat provides advisory and supportive services to the political executive, particularly the ministers. Its primary role is to assist in policy formulation, planning, and coordination rather than direct field implementation. By handling research, data analysis, and legislative drafting, the Secretariat enables the political leadership to make informed decisions and maintain effective control over state administration.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
7751
(a) I and II only
7752
(a) It is entirely owned and operated by the Government of India via a public sector undertaking.
7753
(c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
7754
(c) The Afghans under Dost Mohammad Khan
7755
(c) I, II, III, and V only
7756
(a) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii
7757
(a) I, II and IV
7758
(d) Elephant Festival - Bikaner
7759
(d) An indecisive battle resulting in extremely heavy casualties for the British forces.
7760
(d) Advisory and supportive agency to the political head.
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